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Thursday, January 12, 2012
While the price of tin has made a modest gain since the start of the year, global economic cues may limit the gains in the short term. Indonesia has lifted the export ban increasing supply, while demand is still weak. Continue reading » -
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Tin prices on the LME continue to fall despite the efforts of Indonesian tin producers to exert control over the global supply balance. Two major exporters, PT Timah and PT Koba, have not yet stopped exports to contracted purchasers. Continue reading » -
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
25 Indonesian tin producers have extended the ban on tin exports until year-end. Continue reading » -
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
As the old adage goes, “The only cure for high prices, is high prices.” The fundamentals of the tin market are showing this statement to be true. The high price in April prompted a sell-off of stocks in China. Now that the price is depressed Indonesia has ban exports hoping for a higher price. Continue reading » -
Monday, September 19, 2011
Tin and nickel have been in a battle for the highest priced non-precious metals traded on the LME. Currently the price of tin on the LME is $23,450 per tonne, while nickel is priced at $21,645 per tonne. Comparing the supply and demand fundamentals of the two markets is essential. Continue reading » -
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
The tin market in 2010 was characterized by climbing prices and a supply deficit. Expectations that this year would be a repeat are being washed away as both prices and demand have slipped. Continue reading »
PT Timah Rises Unexpectedly in Indonesia
Bloomberg reported some Indonesian companies saw unusual trading on the Jakarta Composite index on Friday.
Tin Output Down in Indonesia Due to Rain
Reuters reported rain in Indonesia has caused tin production to fall in the past few months.
Base Metals: Tin Surges to $24,005
Reuters reported on base metals trading on the London Metal Exchange, noting tin surged in trading.
Base Metals: Tin Rose Most Since September
Bloomberg reported on commodities trading, noting tin rose the most since September.
Tin Miners Surge in Peru
Bloomberg reported Peruvian companies’ shares saw unusual trading on Wednesday with tin miners jumping higher.
Sucden Financial Forecasts Steady Tin Prices in Second Quarter
Platts reported Sucden Financial is bearish on most base metals for the second quarter, except tin which it expects to remain steady.
Base Metals: Tin Inches Up
Reuters Africa reported on base metals trading from the London Metal Exchange, noting tin rose about $40 a tonne.
Falling Tin Prices Slow Indonesia’s Mining Industry
Reuters reported as tin prices continue to fall smelters in Indonesia cut production and profits moving on to new businesses.
London Metal Exchange Preview: Tin Falls Slightly
Bloomberg reported a preview of London Metal Exchange movements on Monday.
Tin Best Performing Metal of the Month
Reuters Africa reported base metals were mostly up on Monday with tin the best performer of the month.
Peru Stocks: Minsur Declines on Lower Tin Prices
Bloomberg reported on stock trading in Peru on Friday, noting Minsur fell.
Tin Declines in London
Bloomberg reported base metals were mixed on Friday with tin declining.
Tin Rises as Euro Worries Cease
Reuters reported base metals were up across the board on Thursday, including tin, as worries about the Eurozone crisis waned.
London Metal Exchange Preview
Bloomberg reported a preview of metals trading on the London Metal Exchange, noting tin fell on Wednesday.
Tin Demand Rises as Prices End Slump
Bloomberg reported an increased demand for electronics has seen a direct affect on the price and demand of tin.
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